DISTINCTION


Meaning of DISTINCTION in English

transcription, транскрипция: [ di-ˈstiŋ(k)-shən ]

noun

Date: 13th century

1.

a. archaic : division

b. : class 4

2. : the distinguishing of a difference

without distinction as to race, sex, or religion

also : the difference distinguished

the distinction between imply and infer

3. : something that distinguishes

regional distinction s

4. : the quality or state of being distinguishable

no distinction of facial features in the twins

5.

a. : the quality or state of being distinguished or worthy

a politician of some distinction

b. : special honor or recognition

took a law degree with distinction

won many distinction s

c. : an accomplishment that sets one apart

the distinction of being the oldest to win the title

Merriam-Webster's Collegiate English vocabulary.      Энциклопедический словарь английского языка Merriam Webster.